1. Start by poaching the chicken. Place the aromatics, chicken, and salt in a medium saucepan and add just enough water to cover everything. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is firm to the touch and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and set aside to cool.

2. While the chicken cools, whip together the dressing. Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and taste for seasoning. It will be thick, so you’ll want to thin it with some water and a little more lime juice to taste.

3. Use your fingers or two forks to shred the chicken into small pieces.

4. Chop all the veggies into relatively uniform pieces and toss with the dressing and shredded chicken. Finish the salad with sliced scallions, cilantro, a sprinkle of salt, and a squeeze of fresh lime and chili flakes, if desired.

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